Holding Pattern Approach - P-340

CHAPTER SIX

T-34C INSTRUMENTS

626.

HOLDING PATTERN APPROACH

Reference: AIM, Chapter 5; NIFM Chapter 20, "Approaches From Holding."

Amplification A Holding Pattern approach uses a published holding pattern to reverse

course and establish the aircraft inbound on the intermediate or final approach course. Holding

Pattern approaches are printed using a normal holding pattern track with a heavy line indicating

"In lieu of Procedure Turn." The entry turn and maneuvering in holding requires normal holding

procedures. Only one turn in the Holding Pattern is expected unless more turns are necessary to

lose excessive altitude or to become better established on course, in which case ATC must be

advised. Descent from the minimum holding altitude may be commenced at the holding fix

("Case I" below and Figure 657) or on the inbound leg ("Case II" below and Figure 655).

Figure 6-53 Holding Fix Descent

Unlike the Teardrop and Procedure Turn approaches, the Holding Pattern approach will always

have a FAF depict on the approach.

NOTES

Established in a holding pattern as depicted in Figure 6-36 or

6-55 and subsequently cleared for the approach, do not execute the

Procedure Turn. Use Holding Pattern Approach Procedures.

Holding as depicted in Figure 656 and subsequently cleared

for the approach, the Procedure Turn must be executed to allow

sufficient time to intercept the final approach course, transition to

BAC, and descend to the MDA. If unsure of the correct procedures,

request clarification from ATC.

Procedure The following procedures assume clearance for the MARIANNA MUNI

VOR or GPSA approach (Figure 655) has been received and you are proceeding to the IAF.

At the IAF, indicated by station passage, execute the 6 Ts.

6-90 RADIO INSTRUMENT FLIGHT PROCEDURES